About Us

Hi, I'm Jeff King — a Canadian expat living in Dubai and the founder of Book Boss. Before moving to the UAE, I spent years as VP of Operations for North America's largest bargain book distributor, so books aren't just a passion — they're in my DNA. Like a lot of people who make the move here, I quickly discovered that finding a great selection of books locally — at prices that actually make sense — wasn't as easy as it should be. So I decided to do something about it.

Book Boss is the UAE's favourite online bookstore, built by a book lover, for book lovers. We offer a wide selection of never-owned, never-read books, all stocked locally and shipped directly from Dubai — with free shipping on every order across the UAE, no minimum spend required. From fiction and non-fiction to kids' books and boxed sets, we curate titles for readers of every age and interest — making it easier to build a meaningful library without breaking the bank.

Our belief is simple: great books should be easy to find, easy to afford, and easy to receive. That's why we focus on everyday value rather than flash sales, a clean and intuitive shopping experience, and secure payment options — backed by fast, reliable delivery right to your door, always free.

More than just a bookstore, Book Boss exists to support reading as a daily habit — for learning, relaxation, imagination, and growth. Whether you're a long-term resident, newly arrived, or raising a family here, we get it. We're here to make the experience feel thoughtful, trustworthy, and genuinely local.

Books that last. Prices that make sense. Delivered locally — always free.